Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
RKE Unable To Enter Program Mode
Monitored & Set Condition
- When Monitored: While attempting to program RKE.
- Set Condition: Lack of response from the RKE module while attempting to put it in program mode.
Possible Causes:
- RKE Unable To Enter Program Mode
Testing
- Turn ignition off. Replace Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) module. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). Using scan tool, clear Body Control Module (BCM) DTCs. Go to next step.
- Using scan tool, attempt to program all RKE transmitters to be used with vehicle. See REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTERΒ under PROGRAMMING. Using scan tool, retrieve BCM DTCs. If RKE UNABLE TO ENTER PROGRAM MODE DTC resets, replace BCM. See BODY CONTROL MODULEΒ under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. If RKE UNABLE TO ENTER PROGRAM MODE DTC does not reset, test is complete.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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